1. Warnings and Safety Precautions
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
TURNING THE FYTOSCOPE ON:
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Remove all packaging and transit protectors before connecting the FytoScope to the
electricity supply.
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Let the FytoScope stand up after the transport and WAIT AT LEAST 12 HOURS
before plugging it in.
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Use only the cables supplied by the manufacturer.
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Keep the device dry and avoid working in high humidity environment!
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The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage due to improper or
incompetent operation!
GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY GUIDELINES:
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Routinely check the devices and their wiring.
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Replace worn or damaged cords immediately.
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Use electrical extension cords wisely and do not overload them.
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Place the devices on a flat and firm surface. Keep them away from wet floors and
counters.
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Avoid touching the device, socket outlet or switch if your hands are wet.
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Do not perform any alterations to the electrical part of the devices or their components.
WARNING:
THE FYTOSCOPE FS 360 IS CONSIDERED CLASS 1M* LED PRODUCT. LED
RADIATION MAY BE HARMFUL TO EYE, AVOID DIRECT AND STRONGLY REFLECTED
EXPOSURE. IT IS REASONABLE TO USE PROTECTIVE GLASSES.
*Class 1M: Laser and LED equipment that is safe under reasonably foreseeable
conditions of operation for use with the naked eye. Looking directly into the source
of radiation by employing optics within the beam such as magnifying glass,
telescope or microscope can be potentially hazardous.
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2. Device Description and Installation
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Place the FytoScope on a flat, firm and dry surface! Let it stand up and wait at least 12
hours before plugging it in!
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Place the FytoScope into a well-ventilated room with ambient temperature not exceeding
25 ºC!
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Do not cover the upper part of the FytoScope! Ventilation holes cooling the device
electronics are installed on the FytoScope top.
UPPER PANEL:
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[2] – Four LED indicators: Indicating whether the corresponding light is connected.
Note: Only two LED indicators are mounted for the FS 360 WIR version (White + IR
light).
[3] – Two-line display.
[4] – Four LED indicators: Indicating the status of a performed function.
[A]:
Indicates the Active state of Thermoregulation [Temp] / Humidity [RH]
[R]:
Indicates Reaching the desired Temperature [Temp] / Humidity [RH]
[5] – Four control keys:
[M]:
Used to move back in the menu tree or to exit the menu.
[S]:
Used to move forward in the menu tree or to save the selection.
[▲]:
Used to move up in the menu or to add value.
[▼]:
Used to move down in the menu or to subtract value.
See Chapter 3 of this Guide for more information on the FytoScope control.
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REAR PANEL:
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[6] – ON/OFF power switch (mains).
[7] – ON/OFF power switch for an optional air pump.
Note: The air pump switch is not included in the standard device version.
[8] – Firmware communication connector.
[9] – Gas ports: Provide connection to an external gas control system (via corrosion resistant
connectors and 6 mm thermoplastic tubing).
Note: External gas control system is not included in the standard device version.
[10] – 230 V mains power connector: Used when the device is to be powered from 230 V
supply system. The connector includes a safety fuse (its value in amperes is indicated on
the label). The mains cable [13] is supplied by the manufacturer as a standard device
accessory.
[11] – 230 V mains power connector: This connector is mounted ONLY when the FytoScope
is to be installed in a country using 110 V supply system. In this case, the electricity is
supplied to the device via a voltage converter.
[12] – Internal outlet fuse.
[13] – Cable 230 V.
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5. FytoScope Control
FytoScope FS 360 is manufactured in white light versions:
WIR:
White + InfraRed LEDs
Versions provide:
- Precise control of illumination in mode, intensity and timing;
- Separate control of particular light colors;
- Control of the interior temperature and relative humidity.
For light, temperature and humidity control, use four keys located at the right part of the front
panel [5]:
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EXPLANATION TO THE FYTOSCOPE CONTROL:
Multi-level menu control:
- Main menu
(blue)
- First-level nested sub-menu
(yellow)
- Second-level nested sub-menu
(green)
- Third -level nested sub-menu
(orange)
- Fourth-level nested sub-menu
(grey)
See pages 6 to 14 of this Guide for the graphical presentation of single menus and for
explanations of their particular options.
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Explanation of symbols and color differentiation* used in the graphical presentation:
[M] key:
Used to move back in the menu tree or to exit the menu.
[S] key:
Used to move forward in the menu tree or to save your selection.
[↑] key:
Used to move up in the menu or to add value.
[↓]key:
Used to move down in the menu or to subtract value.
Full-line arrows are used for the [S] key.
Dashed-line arrows are used for the [M] key.
Dotted-line arrows are used for the [UP/DOWN] keys.
Blue color represents the Main Menu.
Yellow color represents the first-level nested sub-menu.
Green color corresponds to the second-level nested sub-menu.
Orange color corresponds to the third-level nested sub-menu.
Grey color corresponds to the fourth-level nested sub-menu.
* The FytoScope screen does not reflect this color differentiation.
WARNINGS AND NOTES:
 WARNING: Protocol was interrupted! – appears when the FytoScope is turned off while
the protocol was running. Protocol will be stopped.
 WARNING: Time not set! – appears when real time clock (RTC) is not set. Default RTC
setting was applied. It is strongly recommended to set correct time into the FytoScope
device to ensure precise protocol timing.
 NOTE: After 10 seconds of no action, an idle screen appears; displayed is the actual
temperature inside the FytoScope.
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6. Statement of Limited Warranty
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This Limited Warranty applies only to the FytoScope FS 130. It is valid one year from
the date of shipment.
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If at any time within this warranty period the instrument does not function as warranted,
return it and the manufacturer will repair or replace it at no charge. The customer is
responsible for shipping and insurance charges (for the full product value) to PSI. The
manufacturer is responsible for shipping and insurance on return of the instrument to the
customer.
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No warranty will apply to any instrument that has been (i) modified, altered, or repaired
by persons unauthorized by the manufacturer; (ii) subjected to misuse, negligence, or
accident; (iii) connected, installed, adjusted, or used otherwise than in accordance with
the instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
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The warranty is return-to-base only, and does not include on-site repair charges such as
labor, travel, or other expenses associated with the repair or installation of replacement
parts at the customer's site.
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The manufacturer repairs or replaces faulty instruments as quickly as possible; the
maximum time is one month.
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The manufacturer will keep spare parts or their adequate substitutes for a period of at
least five years.
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Returned instruments must be packaged sufficiently so as not to assume any transit
damage. If damage is caused due to insufficient packaging, the instrument will be treated
as an out-of-warranty repair and charged as such.
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PSI also offers out-of-warranty repairs. These are usually returned to the customer on a
cash-on-delivery basis.
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Wear & Tear Items (such as sealing, tubing, padding, etc.) are excluded from this
warranty. The term Wear & Tear denotes the damage that naturally and inevitably occurs
as a result of normal use or aging even when an item is used competently and with care
and proper maintenance.
For customer support, please write to: support@psi.cz
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